Many people with ME/CFS and other vulnerable communities in Australia are concerned about the impacts of the spreading coronavirus disease COVID-19. This is an easy-read resource with the latest information and advice. Read more
The Prime Minister has announced that the government will fund new health measures under Medicare, including telehealth services and online prescriptions. Read more
We know that many people with ME/CFS (as well as those caring for them) are experiencing concern about the spread of, and possibly contracting, coronavirus. We recognise that people with chronic illness have valid reasons for additional caution at this time. Read more
'We just wanted to do something for our daughter who was diagnosed about five years ago with sudden onset ME/CFS,' Peter and Bronwyn said. '...after considering a few different options for raising money, we thought about a Bunnings BBQ.' Read more
In November, our CEO, Dr Heidi Nicholl met with the Honourable Chris Bowen, Member for McMahon in NSW to discuss the issues around ME/CFS. The great news is that as a result of that meeting, Chris gave a statement to Parliament about ME/CFS. Read more
The 2017 Cochrane review of exercise therapy was the subject of a serious complaint which highlighted flaws in its methodology and the methodology of the studies which it reviewed. Cochrane has been working with the review authors to deal with the complaint for over a year. It has now published an update of the review. Read more
The impact of myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is the focus of new research that includes Emerge Australia CEO Dr Heidi Nicholl as a co-Chief Investigator to ensure that patient voices are heard. The project is led by the Menzies Institute for Medical Research and also includes Deakin University. Read more